NPR News: 07-29-2026 8PM EDT
Summary
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady despite inflation concerns exacerbated by the U.S. war with Iran, while Dr. Anthony Fauci faces a contempt of Congress vote after invoking the Fifth Amendment. Additionally, fast-fashion retailer Shein disclosed an ongoing FTC investigation as it pursues a Hong Kong listing, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino set a deadline for federations to accept financial stakes in a World Cup subsidiary. The episode also covers Jared Leto’s denial of sexual assault allegations and the upcoming inaugural season of a new women’s professional baseball league.
Topics discussed
USPS Ground Advantage sponsorship
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady
Dr. Fauci faces contempt of Congress vote
Shein under FTC investigation ahead of IPO
Oil prices rise and stocks slide
FIFA World Cup stake sale controversy
Jared Leto denies assault allegations
New women's professional baseball league
Amazon Business sponsorship
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